Canon A1200 vs Sony TF1

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon A1200 versus Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A1200 matches up against the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A1200 and the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and TF1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony TF1 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.